2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1363 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2390 mm |
